Location
Thirunallar is the place of Sani Bhagawan and is located 3 kms away from Karaikal that is a part of Pondicherry. It is believed that King Nala escaped from the bad effects of Sanigraha by praying to Lord Shiva at this place. Thirunallar is famous for the Maragathalingam idol made from precious green stone and special poojas are performed twice everyday.
It is necessary to wash the back of the feet in the pond in front of the temple before entering the Thirunallar temple and by doing so it is believed that all the sins of a devotee is washed away. Sani Peyairchi festival is celebrated for 18 days in a grand manner during the Tamil month Vaigasi.